Artist Eligibility

The South Texas Arts Festival invites visual artists working in all mediums to apply. All artwork must be original and handcrafted by the exhibiting artist. No commercial, mass-produced, or imported work will be accepted.

Application Requirements

  • Five (5) images of recent work

  • Artist Statement (200 words max)

  • Artist CV or Resume

  • Artist Headshot

  • Medium description of materials and technique (500 words max)

  • $40 Non-Refundable Entry Fee

 

Important Dates

  • Artist Application Deadline: May 5, 2025

  • Jury Notifications: May 26, 2025

  • Invited Artist Deadline: June 2, 2025

  • Artist Set Up: June 12, 2025

  • VIP Opening Reception: June 13, 2025, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

  • South Texas Arts Fair Opens to the Public: June 14, 2025, 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

  • Applications will be reviewed by a panel of arts professionals in a blind jury process.
    Judging criteria includes:

    • Originality and creativity

    • Quality of workmanship

    • Consistency of body of work

    Artists will be notified of jury decisions via email by Monday, May 26, 2025.Description text goes here

    • Painting

    • Mixed Media

    • Photography

    • Ceramics

    • Sculpture / 3D

  • Juried awards along with cash prizeswill be presented during the VIP Opening Reception, including:

    • Best of Show

    • Best in Painting

    • Best in Mixed Media

    • Best in Photography

    • Best in Ceramics

    • Best in Sculpture /3Dtext goes here

  • If you are selected to participate in the inaugural South Texas Arts Fair on June 13 to 14, 2025, you must decide and provide your booth fee by June 2, 2025.

    • $200: 10'x10' Standard Booth (one booth per artist)

    • $500: 20'x10' Standard Booth (one booth per artist)

    • Artists retain 100% of their sales. Texas State Sales Tax is the responsibility of each artist. 

    • Featured in the South Texas Arts Fair Official Program and Website

    • Overnight security

    • Artist hospitality lounge with refreshments

    • Marketing & PR promotion

    • Printed artist guide & online directory listing

    • Access to setup on Thursday, June 12, 2025